Jeff, a restaurateur, and Rhonda, a hotel manager, are having marriage problems. They seem disconnected to one another with many life disappointments. Not able to have children, issues with their respective parents, and communication problems. Jeff approaches Rhonda with a move to Amish country to simplify their lives and slow down. Rhonda is not sure but she gives in and they purchase a beautiful home. They meet an Amish couple Orley and Lois Troyer who own a shop called Memory Keepers. Jeff is drawn to their store because he is picker and likes the nostalgia of old things. Both Rhonda and Jeff have turned away from God and Orely and Lois lovingly engage with them on the goodness of God.

The Amish romance is not about the Amish but the English. It is romance of lost love in many different levels. As a married a couple, the lost love of God, and the goodness of God. The two learn to be thankful and with a thankful heart begin to see God from their youth. It was a comfortable read and I enjoyed discovering Creektown.

A special thank you to Barbour Fiction and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.

This was an inspiring read that left me feeling frustrated. It had a good flow with a good mix of plot and character development. I didn’t love the English characters but did they grow on me by the end.
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My main issue with this book is that it contains my biggest trigger. I predicted on day two what would happen and if I was indeed correct it would be very hard to like this book. I love this author but it was a painful read for me.
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The Walnut Creek Wish is a good mix of an Amish and English story. I would recommend this to anyone who loves Amish fiction. 🕰 I received a complimentary early copy from net galley and the Publisher. A favorable review was not requested. All opinions here in this review are my own.

I love Wanda Brunstetter's writing. I love Amish books. I don't know where this one went wrong for me, but I didn't enjoy it at all.

My two biggest problems with this book were the dialogue and character development. There were so many unnecessary dialogue exchanges that just took up space and didn't build the plot., Further, there were times when the characters were having these long internal monologues and then nothing happened as a result. It was almost as though she was filling space for a word count goal.

The multi-generational friendship between the two couples could have been such an interesting way to develop the characters. Instead, it felt forced. I didn't like or even care about the characters enough to cheer for them.

I hate to give negative reviews, but I received this book from NetGalley and Barbour publishing in exchange for my honest opinion, so here it is.

22 Give your burdens to the LORD, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.

Psalm 55:22 NLT


This book clearly gives an example of GOD and his love for you.  Both Jeff and Rhonda were in emotional and physical turmoil.  Things were not going well for them.  They blamed GOD for not answering their wishes.


GOD patiently waits for however long it takes for us to open our hearts to him.  GOD puts people in our lives for a reason.  Orley and Lois Troyer turned out to be very influential to Jeff and Rhonda.  They knew that when Jeff and Rhonda turned to GOD that they would finally be at peace.  


I enjoyed the storyline and how it turned out.  I won't give it away but GOD does provide.


I received this book from Barbour Publishing as well as from Wanda's Clippity Clop Club to review.

A very well written inspirational romance. The plot and characters are well developed are easy to relate to. I highly recommend this book.

Jeff and Rhonda are a couple that are struggling a lot. They have wanted to have a child for years and have not been able to. They decide to sell their house and move to the beautiful property in Amish country.

Orley and Lois are a sweet, older couple who are Amish and own an antique store. They come alongside Jeff and Rhonda and mentor them.

I found Rhonda to be a character that I did not enjoy as much. The other characters made me want to keep reading the story. I found it sweet how much Orley and Lois cared for the people that came in to their store.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

This was an enjoyable start to a new series by Wanda Brunstetter. A young couple, unable to have children finds their marriage pulling apart at the seams. A move from the city to an Amish town brings about change in their lives that doesn't come easily but as they grow together they find things that are missing in their lives. The story revolves in a non-Amish couple who become acquainted with an Amish couple who see the needs in others, when they themselves do not.
Not feeling a need or desire to listen to God and rely on His help, the couple continues to struggle through life's ups and downs. It's a sweet story of growing and becoming.

I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing, All thoughts are my own.

In the first first part of the book the Main characters made me want to rip my hair off. Especially the englischer couple, yes i know marriages has its ups and Downs. But the whining omg. The last part you came to understand the couple more. It was interesting to see their transformation. I liked the friendship between the two couples.
Thank you to netgalley for letting me read this e arc in exchange for an honest opinion

I enjoyed the Amish couple Orley and Lois Troyer, and the faith they share with everyone, and if ever a couple needed it, well, the author gives us a husband and wife that seem to be on the verge of divorce.

We see a couple who end up biting off more than they can chew financially, but they look to all including family, to be living the American dream. Deep down, they are floundering, and we are along to see how their relationship seems to fall apart before our eyes.

I loved the name of the antique shop that the Troyer's own, "Memory Keepers", how appropriate, and we see how this shop plays a part in the stroy!

Will this Amish couple be able to help this other non-amish pair? More important will this couple be able to find the faith they once had, answers are forthcoming! Also I love that this read has an epilogue!

I received this book through the Publisher Barbour, and was not required to give a positive review.

This is a great start to a new series. This book was an absolute joy to read and I can't wait to read the next book in this series. I loved it!!
Thank you Barbour Publishing via NetGalley for the complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

This story takes place in Walnut Creek, OH where an Amish couple who own an antique store are on a mission to tell others about faith in Jesus Christ. A childless English couple who both have busy careers buy a house in the town to try to get away from the chaos of city living. When these two couples meet all of them learn some new things about life and relationships. This is a fun story and I enjoyed it thoroughly.

I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book that I received from NetGalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion

This book is about Wanda and Jeff. She wants children and seems to be unable to have them. Jeff is not for adoption. There marriage is breaking do to there busy jobs. When Jeff sees a home for sale in Amish Country they buy the home and struggle financially because they cannot sell there condo. Jeff loves collecting old things and Rhonda feels he should sell somethings. He finds a antique store owned by Orley and Lois Troyer they are Amish and have a strong faith while Jeff and Rhonda do not. This is a beautiful story of learning what is important in life. Learning that faith and forgiving is the way to happiness. Another nice book with lessons to learn.

I think this might be one of my favorite stories by Ms. Brunstetter. Though it took me a bit to warm up to Jeff and Rhonda I found myself doing so as I got to know them a little more. I enjoyed how the sweet older couple, Orley and Lois, befriended and mentored Jeff and Rhonda through some of their marital and spiritual issues. Overall a satisfying and inspiring story. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing but was under no obligation to post a review. These are my own thoughts and opinions.

Reading through Rhonda and Jeff's many struggles in their marriage, work and home life was difficult for me. The redeeming part comes later as they learn to trust God. I did enjoy the friendship Jeff has with Orley, an older Amish man who runs an antique store in their town. I would love to see more of Orley and Lois in the next book of this series.

Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review. All opinions are my own.

Learning to lean on God is a journey for the two main characters. A sweet story of relationships and finding faith. I received a complimentary copy of the book. No review was required.

Loving a spouse changes over the years, sometimes not for the better. Finding the cause can be difficult. Rhonda and Jeff experienced this, both focusing on their stressful jobs instead of each other. This led to being separated emotionally. Their solution was to move to a rural Amish community. That's when the action accelerates.
Rhonda is a character that I want to tell her some helpful tips on how to be a better wife. Jeff has his faults too. The Amish couple who own the antique store are very special friends. In fact, Orley and Lois Troyer are very helpful to Jeff and Rhonda due to their strong faith.
It's a unique story about faith, love, forgiveness and acceptance.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book by Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

The Walnut Creek Wish is the first book in Wanda Brunstetter's series, Creektown Discoveries. I always look forward to reading one of her books and was not disappointed with this one. I like Brunstetter's style of writing, (although occasionally in this story conversations seemed a bit forced and stilted) and her honest and redemptive approach to realistic struggles that her characters encounter. The characters are realistic with depth to their emotions, strengths, and foibles, yes, even their 'whininess'! Readers can easily connect with them. This story focused on an Englisch couple who bought a home in Amish country and their growing relationship with the Amish couple who owned an antique store. Underneath the overarching theme of finding peace in one's life amidst the stress of very busy lives, is also the secondary issue of being childless. I like how the author made these issues realistic and relatable. I look forward to reading more in this new series.
I read a complimentary copy of the ebook through NetGalley and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.

This first book in the Creektown Discoveries series introduces Amish antique store owners Orley and Lois Troyer. Also featured are a married English couple Jeff and Rhonda Davis who are in need of healing for their failing marriage. Will their move to Amish country and friendship with Orley and Lois give them what they need to give their marriage new life? The characters in this story are realistic as they face financial, marital, and personal struggles. There are times when the plot seems repetitive and slow, but the twists and surprises compelled me to read on. What I liked most about the story was the strong faith element emphasizing the need for a personal relationship with God and the importance and power of prayer. I look forward to the next book in the series.
I received a copy of this book in e-book form from the publisher via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Walnut Creek Wish by Wanda E. Brunstetter is the story of a couple struggling in their marriage as they try to find a better life. Will a move from the city of Canton to the small town of Walnut Creek give them the peace of mind they seek? Rhonda and Jeff are both in high stress jobs as she manages a hotel and he owns a restaurant. They have been unable to have children which adds additional stress to their lives. Both have also turned their backs on God and no longer believe in prayer or attending church. Can a move turn their lives around and enact lasting change? Can a chance meeting with a shop owner be the catalyst to life changing behaviors?
I really loved this book. When the couple moved creating a longer commute I wondered how long that would last. They did continue to work together though even with their problems and managed in ways I think many couples do. The book is well written and the characters very realistic. The ending is great; no spoilers here
I received an advance copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

I wish I could say I absolutely love this book. I even wish I could say I liked this book. But, honestly, this book was not very good. The storyline itself was a great idea. A husband and wife are struggling and are bogged down by financial problems and work stresses. They try to find a solution for their problems and make an attempt to save their marriage. Good meaning family and friends join in and try to give them advice. But the conversation was stilted and the characters came across as whiny and complaining. Wanda Brunstetter has always been one of my favorite authors but I feel like she is not giving enough thought and time to her stories. They aren't fleshed out and seem to be written in a hurry just to get a book out. If you are new to brunstead or books I would advise going back and reading her early writings. This book is just not up to her standards. I voluntarily received a copy of this book from NetGalley.